Lindbergh Kidnapping and Lawlessness Spur Debate on Social Order
The piece argues the Lindbergh kidnapping reveals lax government and state action against crime and urges strong public action if law and order fail. It contrasts swift frontier justice with modern legal hurdles and warns against mob violence while stressing national defense amid global conflict and economic pressures.
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Charles A. Lindbergh
Lindberghs
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Norris Resolution Abolishes Lame Duck Sessions Moves Forward
Norton’s Washington Letter reports Congressional approval of the Norris Resolution to end lame duck sessions and its submission to the State Department for transmission to 48 states on March 8. The bill seeks ratification within seven years by 36 states.
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State Department
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Senate
House
Federal Farm Board
American
Red Cross
Stabilization Corporation
Grain and Cotton Exchanges
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Senate Interstate Commerce Committee
Ee Association of Railroad Utilities Commissioners
Farmer Seeks Legal Minimum Price to Lift Agricultural Plight
A speaker argues the government misdirects aid by supporting the wrong side of the economy. He contends a legally enforced minimum price for all farm products, including livestock, is the only real relief to pull farmers out of their financial hole.
Philippines government slips into surplus in 1931
The quote claims the Philippines ended 1931 with a $500000 surplus instead of a deficit, criticizing government performance and suggesting a failure to balance defense and borrowing while addressing broader national strain.
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Government of the Philippines
Pershing Says Preparedness Fuels Peace Not War
General Pershing argues that military readiness acts as a national insurance against war and should not be viewed as an incentive to initiate conflict. He stresses disciplined strength serves to deter aggression and safeguard the nation.
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Pershing
We in a funny world of leaders and the farmer
General Dawes remarks on political life and public finances with calls for simpler living and rural virtue. He warns against floor trading and praises agriculture, frugality, and faith in honest work while urging national unity and restraint.
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Dawes
Joneses
Snakes Suggested to Curb Rabbit Pest in Australia
Large nonpoisonous snakes such as boa constrictors are proposed to control rabbit plagues in Australia. Small snakes already help combat rats and mice. Boas breed quickly and can swallow a rabbit in one gulp.
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Canberra
Australia
Forest Fire Fighting Costs in Oregon Reach High
Oregon forestry department reports spending 160000 dollars to fight fires in its jurisdiction this season. The figure highlights escalating costs aswildfire activity increases across the state.
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Salem
Ore
Oregon Forestry Department
Study in Contrast It Is All a Matter of Contrasts
A Richmond Times Dispatch excerpt argues that civilization is defined by its treatment of others, labeling fetish worshipers in Africa as ignorant and superstitious while accusing Westerners of greed and power seeking. It asserts progress must protect human life.
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London
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